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Tag Archives: ferrocement roof

Making Ferrocement Roof Channels

Natural Building Blog Posted on February 4, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“A team of folks in africa make some 7.3m long ferrocement roof channels for placement on top of a CSEB (cement stabized compressed earth brick) house.”

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Posted in Roofs | Tagged affordable, DIY, ferrocement, ferrocement roof, roof channel, sustainable, woodless | Leave a reply

Low Tech Ferrocement Roof Building System

Natural Building Blog Posted on March 13, 2015 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“Total roof size 360sqm approx 1 inch wire mesh 22 gauge Days worked so far: 34 working days till last layer on last section laid. Total cost so far $2800 not including patio post rebuild. Also waterproofing and painting not … Continue reading →

Posted in Roofs | Tagged affordable, bamboo, DIY, ferrocement, ferrocement roof, low tech, natural building, roundhouse, wind resistant | 1 Reply

Manasaram Architecture: Bamboo Symphony

Natural Building Blog Posted on February 16, 2013 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“Recently completed ‘bamboo symphony’ by Bangalore based Manasaram Architects has been shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival award 2011 in both the mixed use office and small office categories. An open air interior space is stepped into the rugged terrain … Continue reading →

Posted in Design | Tagged affordable, bamboo, bamboo design, bamboo home, bamboo house, DIY, ferrocement roof, green building, natural building, sustainable | 11 Replies

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